How do I become a professional singer?

Do you dream of being a professional singer? Do you think that the X Factor or American Idol are the only way to “make it” as a singer? Most people don’t realize there are more ways to make a living as a singer than just the TV talent shows.

There is a huge variety of potential jobs for vocalists, here are just a few to get you thinking:

Pub/Bar or Club singer

Commercial Jingle singer

Back-up Vocalist

Wedding Singer

Recording Artist (Record label or self published)

Session Singer

Singing Teacher

Cruise Ship Entertainer

Corporate Party Band Vocalist

Opera Singer

Musical Theatre Performer

Professional Busker/Street Performer

Vocal Arranger

Choir Director/Performer

Teaching Children’s Singing Classes

There are many different ways to become a professional singer and make a living from your voice. It’s best to set achievable short-term goals, and not expect to suddenly become the next big thing overnight. It’s very rare for a singer to start as a top recording artist. Many tread the boards for quite some time before getting their moment in the spotlight.

Start narrowing down what sort of thing most appeals to you as a singer and set up some short-term goals! Everyone has to start somewhere, so don’t expect to make it big if you’ve never attempted to make it small first!